The oncologist relies on knowledge of the Mesolethioma’s various stages to treat such type of cancer properly. Mesothelioma Cancer passes through various stages as such tumor continues to progress.

These different stages of Mesothelioma Cancer help the oncologist to choose the most appropriate treatment. The different mesothelioma stages usually show how far the cancer has developed beyond its origin’s original point. Localized Mesothelioma is discovered when the cancer’s cells did not spread beyond lining of the lungs (membrane) where it originated.

If the Mesothelioma’s cells of the cancer have metastasized (spread) beyond such lining to invade the patient’s lung, chest cavity wall or other person’s organs, it is known as an advanced stage of Mesothelioma, which is extremely hard to treat.